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2008 Dodge Nitro recalls and problems

3 recalls and 393 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Dodge Nitro.

3
recalls
393
owner complaints
17
complaints mentioning a crash
12
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2008 Dodge Nitro recalls

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module · Steering: steering wheel/handle bar

NHTSA campaign 20V396000 · reported July 7, 2020 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 925,239 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.
The risk
Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.

Structure · Air bags · Power train: driveline, driveshaft

NHTSA campaign 13V121000 · reported April 3, 2013 · Chrysler Group LLC · 62,578 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Dodge Nitro 4X2 vehicles manufactured March 21, 2006, through March 1, 2008; and 2008 Jeep Liberty 4X2 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2007, through March 1, 2008. The transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft, weakening it and potentially causing the drive shaft to break.
The risk
If the drive shaft breaks, a section of it can strike the transfer case tunnel with enough force that the airbag computer will believe the vehicle is in a crash and thus deploy the airbags. Additionally, the drive shaft failure will result in a loss of motive power. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a bracket to support the rear of the heat shield, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on May 29, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N10.

Parking brake

NHTSA campaign 08V525000 · reported October 8, 2008 · CHRYSLER LLC · 3,663 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Chrysler is recalling 3,663 my 2007-2008 dodge nitro and my 2008 jeep liberty vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The park brake lever clutch drum may distort and reduce the effectiveness of the park brake system.
The risk
This could allow the vehicle to move inadvertently and cause a crash without warning.
The fix
Dealers will replace the park brake lever assembly free of charge. The recall began on october 27, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 14, 2026 · Electrical system

An intermittent electrical failure is affecting multiple vehicle systems. The vehicle has unexpectedly stalled while driving on the interstate, leaving it without power in moving traffic. It has also experienced repeated no-start conditions, transmission entering limp mode, the engine continuing to run after the key…

Feb 26, 2026 · Electrical system

Car shut off while driving, prior have had issues. Have replaces TIPM module, ignition, grounding, etc

Dec 29, 2025 · Air bags · 203,000 miles

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that while the son was driving approximately 5 MPH, the front drive shaft fractured, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop, and the front driver's side and passenger's side airbags erroneously deployed. The contact stated that there was no collision during the…

Aug 31, 2025 · Electrical system

TIPM system and/or electrical system failure. Right turn signal intermittently works when it wants to. Door locks from the inside at random or will not lock at all when using the master lock button. Now car will not start or turn over at all. Zero sound comes from he vehicle while turning the key. Commonly known…

Jun 21, 2025 · Electrical system

I had just entered Gene Snyder Expressway going west when my throttle light started flashing and I lost gas pressure and it started going down fast and then it shut off and right in the middle of rush-hour traffic and it’s 65 mph on the expressway and People as usual go around 80 mph and I just entered and almost got…

Nitro model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2005 0100
2007 74941611
2008 33931712
2009 12400
2010 37832
2011 312251

Across all years, the 2007 Nitro has the most complaints (494). All Dodge Nitro years →

Questions

Does the 2008 Dodge Nitro have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 Dodge Nitro, the most recent reported on July 7, 2020 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module, Steering: steering wheel/handle bar). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Dodge Nitro?
Owners have filed 393 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (198 complaints), followed by fuel system, gasoline (66).
How many 2008 Dodge Nitro complaints mention a crash or fire?
17 of 393 complaints report a crash and 12 a fire; 18 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 14, 2026.